Extend The Life OF Your Swimwear

SWIM IN STYLE, SEASON AFTER SEASON

Congrats! You’ve found your perfect swimsuit. Protect, clean, rotate, and store it properly to keep it vibrant and fitting beautifully.

PROTECT

Lotion, sunscreen, oil, and deodorant are harsh on swim fabrics, discoloring and staining them, and ultimately deteriorating their elasticity. Apply 15 to 30 minutes before you put on your suit so they’re absorbed only by your skin.

Shower in fresh water before swimming: the suit’s fibers will absorb less chlorine. And if the chlorine content of your pool or hot tub is too high, both spandex and dyes can break down. It’s also smart to dedicate a single suit to hot tub use, as high temps and chlorine age swim fabrics quickly.

To lock in dyes, soak a new suit for 30 minutes in a vinegar-and-water solution before the first wash. Use one tablespoon of white vinegar for each quart of water.

Finally, always sit on a towel or wear a pareo to avoid abrasion from rough surfaces.

CLEAN

Even if you’ve only been sunbathing, always hand wash your suit with an ultra-gentle detergent in cold water to remove salt, oils, and dirt. If no detergent is handy, a cold rinse is better than nothing.

Never put swimwear in a washing machine: the agitation will stretch, strain, and break down the delicate pads and linings, leaving it ill-fitting.

Wringing will also damage your suit’s fibers, so lay it flat between two towels and roll it, pressing gently to squeeze out water. To dry, lay it flat (don’t hang it from ties) away from direct sunlight.

ROTATE

Spandex is a memory fabric and needs 24 hours to fully snap back. You need multiple options if you wear swimwear more than occasionally. This is especially essential for vacationing: bring a variety so you can clean and let them dry fully before wearing again. Spandex bounce-back ensures a great, lasting fit.

STORE

Your suits are ready for storage when they’ve been washed and are completely dry.

Don’t keep them in airtight containers or dry cleaners’ bags, because mildew will develop if there’s any moisture in the fibers. Cedar blocks or lavender sachets in your storage box or drawer are an effective way to add a natural scent and keep any pests away. And lastly, avoid dryer sheets, as they can leave residue on fabrics.

Enjoy the lasting beauty of your suit!

Two piece swim wear featuring halter style top with twisted front and padded bra, hook and loop back closure, accented with delicate metal decor. Normal fit.

Fabric: Nylon
Neckline: Halter
Pattern: Solid Color Swimsuit
Season: Summer

Halter Style Metal Decor Two Piece Swimsuit, $25.99

Designed with your love of sweet sunshine, the sexy bikini swimsuit will be your best vacation companion! Features floral applique, one shoulder and sexy bikini bottom.

Neckline: One Shoulder Swimsuit
Embellishment: Applique
Pattern: Floral
Season: Summer

Black One Shoulder Floral Applique Sexy Two Piece Bikini Swimsuit, $29.99

Rock this sexy yet edgy swimsuit this summer! This retro two piece bikini swimwear features floral print, padded bra cups with under-wire for full support and followed matching bottom. These straps are removable.

Neckline: Halter
Embellishment: Printed
Pattern: Floral print Swimsuit
Season: Summer

Blue Floral Print Retro Two Piece Bikini Swimsuit, $20.99



Neckline: Plunging
Embellishment: Printed, Wrap
Pattern: Tribal Print Swimsuit
Season: All Seasons

Dark Red High Neck Tribal Print Tie Sides Cheeky Sexy Two Piece Bikini Swimsuit, $21.99



Neckline: Plunging, Halter Swimsuit
Embellishment: Tied
Pattern: Solid Color
Season: All Seasons

Light Pink Halter Triangle Tie Sides Cheeky Sexy String Two Piece Bikini Swimsuit, $19.99



Neckline: Halter, Strapless
Embellishment: Printed, Tied Swimsuit
Pattern: Mixed
Season: All Seasons

Yellow Floral Print Tied Adjustable Strap High Cut Sexy One Piece Monokini Swimsuit, $21.99



Neckline: Plunging, Spaghetti Straps
Embellishment: Printed, lace up, Ruffles Swimsuit
Pattern: Tribal Print
Season: All Seasons

Light Pink Tribal Print Ruffled Lace Up Sexy Two Piece Bikini Swimsuit, $21.99



Neckline: High Neck Swimsuit
Embellishment: Printed, Cutout
Pattern: Tribal Print
Season: All Seasons

Light Blue High Neck Tribal Print Keyhole High Cut Sexy String Two Piece Bikini Swimsuit, $18.99

How to Shrink a Swimsuit

Bathing suits come in many fabrics including cotton, nylon, polyester, spandex and blended combinations of these fabrics. You cannot shrink bathing suits that are made of nylon, polyester or spandex. The spandex is comprised of small threads of elastic. The elastic will melt and deteriorate when exposed to high heat. Nylon can also be damaged by high heat. Swimsuits made of mostly polyester will not shrink as well. Many bathing suits are now made of cotton and cotton blends. You can shrink an all-cotton swimsuit and cotton blend fabrics. Swimsuits made of 100 percent cotton will shrink more than a cotton blend suit. To determine the fabric type, refer to the garment's tag, which is typically affixed to one of the seams.

Things You'll Need

• Water
• Sink
• Detergent
• Clothes dryer

Step 1

Fill a sink with warm water.

Step 2

Pour a few drops of laundry detergent into the water.

Step 3

Hand-wash the bathing suit in the soapy water.

Step 4

Rinse the bathing suit under a stream of warm water. Squeeze out the excess water, but do not twist or wring out the bathing suit.

Step 5

Place the swimsuit in the clothes dryer and run it for 60 minutes or until dry. Use high heat on an all-cotton bathing suit. Use low heat for cotton blends. When you remove it from the dryer, the bathing suit will be slightly smaller.

Tip

Check the bathing suit's tag to determine the fabric type and to read the fabric care recommendations. Do not wring out or twist the bathing suit. This will stretch it and damage the fibers in a spandex suit. You'll need to shrink the bathing suit after every use.

Warning

Do not use bleach on your swimsuit. Do not place spandex bathing suits in the clothes dryer. Always use low heat for nylon and nylon blends.

Bottom Type: High Cut&high Leg
Bra Type: Padded
Embellishment: Printed
Group: Woman
Material: Nylon, Polyester
Neckline: Square
Pattern: Leopard
Style: Sexy
Type: One Piece swimsuit
Waistline: High Waist

Leopard Printed Padded Square Neck High Cut Sexy One Piece Swimsuit, $19.99



Bottom Type: Normal
Bra Type: Padded, Triangle Bikini
Embellishment: Bow, Printed, Ruffles
Group: Woman
Material: Nylon, Polyester
Neckline: Spaghetti Straps
Pattern: Floral
Style: Brazilian, Sexy
Type: Bikini
Waistline: High Waist

Green Floral Ruffles Trim Triangle High Waist Sexy Bikini Swimsuit, $21.99



Back Details: Crisscross
Bottom Type: Skimpy
Bra Type: Crop Top, Padded
Embellishment: Printed, Ruffles
Group: Woman
Material: Nylon, Polyester
Neckline: Halter
Pattern: Floral print swimsuit
Style: Boho, Sexy
Type: Bikini
Waistline: Low Waist

Blue Floral Print Crop Top Ruffle Skimpy Sexy Bikini Swimsuit, $21.99



Closures: Open Front
Embellishment: Printed
Length: Maxi
Material: Polyester
Occasion: Beach, Holiday/vacation
Pattern: Tribal Print
Style: Boho cover up, Casual, Sexy, Tribal
Type: Cardigan

Blue Tribal Print Open Front Casual Boho Cover Up, $24.99



Back Details: Backless
Bottom Type: Normal
Bra Type: Padded, Push Up
Embellishment: Hollow Out, Mesh
Group: Woman
Material: Nylon, Polyester
Neckline: Spaghetti Straps
Pattern: Solid Color
Style: Brazilian, Sexy
Type: Tankini
Waistline: High Waist

Black Mesh Hollow Out High Waist Sexy Plus Size Tankini, $33.99



Bottom Type: High Cut swimsuit
Bra Type: Padded
Embellishment: Button, Printed
Group: Woman
Material: Nylon, Polyester
Neckline: U Neck
Pattern: Color Block, Stripe
Style: Brazilian, Sexy
Type: One Piece
Waistline: High Waist

Multi Stripe Color Block Button High Cut Sexy One Piece Swimsuit, $19.99



Back Details: Backless
Bottom Type: Cheeky
Bra Type: Padded, Triangle
Embellishment: Printed
Group: Woman
Material: Nylon, Polyester
Neckline: Spaghetti Straps
Pattern: Leopard
Style: Brazilian Bikini, Sexy
Type: Bikini
Waistline: Low Waist

Leopard Spaghetti Straps Triangle Cheeky Sexy Bikini Swimsuit, $17.99



Bottom Type: Skimpy, Tie Sides
Bra Type: Bandeau Bikini, Padded
Embellishment: Printed
Material: Nylon, Polyester
Neckline: Strapless
Pattern: Polka Dot
Style: Brazilian, Sexy
Type: Bikini
Waistline: Low Waist

Green Polka Dot Bandeau Tie Sides Skimpy Sexy Bikini, $17.99

The Best Bathing Suits for Big Boobs

Off-the-Shoulder

One of summer's biggest styles hits the pool: the GabiFresh off-the-shoulder bikini top features no-slip cups instead of uncomfy underwire. It'll feel like a bandeau but has the three-hook closure of a bra, and runs up to sizes E/F. 

High-Neck

The high-neck style has been huge for the past couple of seasons, and it's still making waves—like this pale pink version from Lolli that strikes the perfect balance of trendiness and coverage for fuller busts. 

Crop Rashguard

Long sleeves (and the added protection of UPF 50+ in the fabric) provide perfect coverage for hours of paddling, boating, or surfing in the sun in this flattering spin on the classic surf style. 

One-Piece Halter

Don't fear a lace-up style if you're bustier—the halter neck of this Aerie one-piece provides the support you need, and the laces can tighten or loosen as much as you want. Plus, you can remove or keep the detachable bra pads based on your comfort level.  

Bandeau

Before you rule out a strapless bikini option, consider this Shoshanna top with removable straps and special non-slip banding, engineered to fit up to sizes DDD. 

Zip-Up Tank

Body Glove's funky '80s throwback top will fit big busts perfectly—the cute, surf-chic zipper style holds you in for even the most extreme of water sports. 

Embellished High-Neck

Good news: Crochet and macramé are still trendy this swim season. This Xhilaration top is our most reasonable pick of bathing suits for big boobs, available for purchase at Target for right around 20 bucks. 

Crop Tank

Thanks to their comfy, sports bra-like feel, you'll be sure to see cropped tanks everywhere from the boat to the boardwalk this summer. Scoop up this Aerie style in one of summer 2017's biggest patterns: stripes. 

We\'ve fallen in love with this super chic swim piece! This two piece swimsuit features off the shoulder, ruffles decor and floral print design.

Fabric: Polyester
Neckline: Off Shoulder
Embellishment: Ruffles
Pattern: Floral print swimsuit
Season: Summer

Multi Floral Print Off Shoulder Ruffled Sexy Two Piece Swimwear, $21.99

Get a little girly and flirty in this sexy two piece swimwear! Featuring high neck, floral print and cutout accent. Definitely a head turner and a must have this summer!

Neckline: Straps
Embellishment: Printed
Pattern: Floral
Season: Summer

Blue Floral Print High Neck Sexy Two Piece Swimsuit, $33.99



Back Details: Backless
Bottom Type: Cheeky Bikini, High Cut&high Leg
Bra Type: Bandeau, Padded
Embellishment: Cutout, Ruffles
Material: Nylon, Polyester
Neckline: Spaghetti Straps
Pattern: Solid Color
Style: Brazilian, Sexy
Type: Bikini
Waistline: Low Waist

Yellow Ruffles Trim Cutout Padded High Cut Cheeky Sexy Bikini, $18.99



Embellishment: Printed
Group: Woman
Material: Nylon, Polyester
Neckline: Round Neck
Pattern: Leaf, Palm Leaf/tree
Sleeve Length: Long Sleeve swimsuit
Style: Active
Type: Top

Green Palm Leaf Print Long Sleeve Rash Guard Surfing Swimsuit Top, $28.99



Embellishment: Printed
Group: Woman
Material: Nylon, Polyester
Neckline: Round Neck
Pattern: Chevron, Color Block
Sleeve Length: Long Sleeve
Style: Active
Type: Top

Hot-pink Color Block Long Sleeve Rash Guard Surfing Swimsuit Top, $27.99



Bottom Type: Normal
Bra Type: Padded
Group: Woman
Material: Nylon, Polyester
Neckline: U Neck
Pattern: Stripe
Style: Sexy
Type: Tankini
Waistline: Mid Waist

White Striped U Neck Sexy Tankini, $24.99



Back Details: Backless, Cutout
Bottom Type: Normal
Bra Type: Padded
Embellishment: Cutout, Knotted
Group: Woman
Material: Nylon, Polyester
Neckline: Halter
Pattern: Solid Color
Style: Brazilian, Sexy
Type: One Piece
Waistline: High Waist swimsuit

Black Cutout Knotted Halter Padded Sexy One Piece Swimsuit, $23.99



Back Details: Backless
Bottom Type: Cheeky
Embellishment: Printed
Group: Woman
Material: Polyester
Neckline: Halter, Plunging
Pattern: Leaf
Style: Sexy, Tropical
Type: One Piece swimsuit
Waistline: Mid Waist

Red Leaf Print Halter Plunging Sexy One Piece Swimsuit, $19.99



Back Details: Racer Back
Bottom Type: Skirted
Bra Type: Padded
Embellishment: Hollow Out, Zipper
Group: Woman
Material: Polyester, Spandex
Pattern: Ombre
Style: Active, Sexy
Type: Tankini

Pink Ombre Racer Back Skirted Sports Sexy Tankini Swimsuit, $39.99



Bottom Type: Normal
Embellishment: Bead, Crochet Bikini, Tassels
Group: Woman
Material: Chinlon, Polyester
Neckline: High Neck
Pattern: Solid Color
Style: Boho, Sexy
Type: Bikini
Waistline: Low Waist

Beaded Tassels Crochet High Neck Sexy Bikini Swimsuit, $22.99